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Tex Mex Quinoa - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex Mex Quinoa Recipe

Tex Mex Quinoa has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Riboflavin.

The food contains 44.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.72 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Tex Mex cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex Mex Quinoa has been given a composite ranking of 83, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs66%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A255 IU5.1%
Vitamin C9.5 mg15.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.64 mg2.1%
Thiamin0.05 mg3%
Riboflavin1.5 mg88.8%
Niacin1 mg5%
Vitamin B60.1 mg5.1%
Folate33.2 mcg8.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.46 mg4.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21 mg2.1%
Iron4.7 mg26.2%
Magnesium18 mg4.5%
Phosphorus440 mg44%
Potassium225.6 mg6.4%
Sodium175.9 mg7.3%
Zinc0.32 mg2.1%
Copper0.07 mg3.6%
Manganese0.16 mg7.9%
Selenium0.56 mcg0.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44.3 g14.8%
Dietary Fiber4.5 g18%
Sugars4.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.8 g10.5%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.8 g 10.5%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 175.9 mg 7.3%

Total Carbohydrates 44.3 g 14.8%

Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%

Sugars 4.2 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 5.1% Vitamin C 15.9%

Calcium 2.1% Iron 26.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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